Had an amazing 24 hours at Cumberland Lodge, working with @researchpodcasts.bsky.social to co-deliver a workshop on why academics should podcast and to present a new podcast - all as part of a programme from the South Doctoral Training Partnership. #SCDTPImpact2025 #SCDTPResidential
Our Director Catherine McDonald spent a fab 24 hours at Cumberland Lodge, working with Research Podcasts to co-deliver a workshop on why academics should podcast & to present a new podcast - all part of a programme by the South Doctoral Training Partnership. #SCDTPImpact2025 #SCDTPResidential
Why address Parliament in your impact strategy? Dr Jane Parry @janeparry.bsky.social showed us how researchers can engage through ARIs, Select Committee Calls for Evidence, and POST. A vital route for turning research into policy influence!
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Why reflect on your research and analytical skills? Prof. Jackie Carter @profjackiecarter.bsky.social shared tools and a framework that help students translate their skills into future careers—rooted in the British Academy’s Right Skills report & alumni insights.
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Why think about commercialisation in your impact strategy? Dr. Chris Buckingham at the SCDTP Residential shared insights on how translating research into real-world value can enhance career progression, funding, and knowledge exchange.
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Why should you podcast? Krissie Glover from @researchpodcasts.bsky.social joined us at the SCDTP Residential to explore how podcasting can boost research impact. A brilliant session on how academics are using audio to engage, share, and inspire wider audiences!
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Today’s session featured Dr Patience Mutunami sharing her postdoctoral journey at the SCDTP Residential. Her impactful work on FGM shows how research can drive real-world change—through teaching, community engagement, and meaningful academic contribution.
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Throwback to yesterday at the SCDTP Residential—what a brilliant start to the week! Here’s our amazing cohort at the end of Day 1, full of ideas, energy, and smiles. Looking forward to today’s programme!
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Still deep in our session with Prof Tamsin Bradley on the nature of research impact in ending violence against women and girls (VAWG). But it’s worth mentioning the lovely lunch we had just now out in the sun @cumberlandlodge.bsky.social 🌞
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Just to add, we had the opportunity to get to know each other! Everyone’s preparing their 2mins elevator pitch — it’s amazing to hear the diverse range of research happening across the partnership!
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We have officially kicked off the SCDTP Residential 2025 at the beautiful Cumberland Lodge with a warm welcome and key information about the venue and programme.
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All checked in at Cumberland Lodge for this year’s SCDTP Residential! Excited to explore the theme of Impact and connect with fellow researchers. Looking forward to a few inspiring days ahead! #SCDTPImpact2025 #SCDTPResidential #CumberlandLodge
